1st February 2026 Complete Actual Exam
Questions 1- 100 NR566 Advanced
Pharmacology For Care Of The Family NR
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,WEEK 1: ANTIFUNGALS & ANTIVIRALS (Questions 1-25)
1. A patient presents with a scaly, circular rash on the trunk. KOH prep confirms
dermatophytes. Which topical agent is most appropriate for Tinea corporis?
A) Oral griseofulvin
B) Topical terbinafine
, C) Oral fluconazole
D) Topical nystatin
2. Why is oral griseofulvin preferred over topical therapy for Tinea capitis?
A) Topical agents cannot penetrate the hair shaft and follicle
B) Griseofulvin has faster fungicidal activity
C) Topical agents cause severe systemic toxicity
D) Griseofulvin is available over the counter
3. A female patient reports thick, white, cottage-cheese-like vaginal discharge with
pruritus. She is pregnant. Which antifungal is considered safe and appropriate?
A) Oral fluconazole (single dose)
B) Topical clotrimazole
C) Oral terbinafine
D) Intravenous amphotericin B
4. Which statement accurately describes the mechanism of action for azole antifungals
(e.g., fluconazole)?
A) They bind to ergosterol in the cell membrane, creating pores
B) They inhibit fungal cell wall synthesis
C) They inhibit the synthesis of ergosterol by blocking lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase
D) They inhibit microtubule formation, disrupting mitosis
5. A patient with histoplasmosis requires systemic antifungal therapy. Which adverse
effect is most closely associated with amphotericin B?
A) Prolonged QT interval
B) Hepatic failure
C) Nephrotoxicity and infusion-related reactions
D) Photosensitivity
6. Which antifungal is specifically approved for onychomycosis (nail fungal infection)
and requires monitoring of liver function tests?
A) Griseofulvin